In a renewed effort to push for guaranteed crop prices, thousands of Indian farmers resumed their march towards the capital after failed talks with the government. The protest, which began last week, was halted by police some 200 kilometers from New Delhi, resulting in clashes that led to the death of a 21-year-old farmer and injuries to two others.
The farmers, primarily from Punjab and Haryana, have been met with resistance from security forces as they attempt to reach New Delhi. Recent confrontations saw protesters attacking police officers with sticks and stones, using chili powder to set stubble on fire, causing breathing difficulties for the officers.
